Has loads of offensive flair and scoring ability. Sneaky fast, he knows how to create openings in offensive situations and dish off the puck with aplomb. Versatile, he can play all three forward positions.

Flaws:

Needs to bring it every night, as he still battles the inconsistency bug. Also needs to simplify his game (at times) and be more assertive by concentrating on the safer option instead of the highlight-reel play.

Career Potential:

Skilled winger with consistency issues.

Career Honors & Awards

League

Honor

Description

NHL

Stanley Cup

2012-13 (Chicago)

Movements & Injuries

2014

7/29/2014

Re-signed as a restricted free agent by the Winnipeg Jets to a one-year contract.

2013

12/07/2013

Missed 1 game (flu).

12/05/2013

Flu, day-to-day.

6/30/2013

Acquired from the Chicago Blackhawks.

3/08/2013

Missed 2 games (illness).

3/05/2013

Illness, day-to-day.

2012

9/22/2012

Signed with Pirati Chomutov (Czech Republic).

2011

11/23/2011

Missed 2 games (shoulder injury).

11/18/2011

Shoulder injury, day-to-day.

7/15/2011

Re-signed as a restricted free agent by the Chicago Blackhawks to a three-year contract.

2/09/2011

Acquired from the Florida Panthers.

2008

5/28/2008

Signed by the Florida Panthers.

2007

9/19/2007

Returned to his junior team (Rimouski-QMJHL).

Career Transactions

2013

6/30/2013

Chicaco Blackhawks traded Michael Frolik to the Winnipeg Jets for a 3rd and a 5th round selections in 2013.

2011

2/09/2011

Florida Panthers traded Michael Frolik and Alexander Salak to the Chicago Blackhawks for Jack Skille, Hugh Jessiman and David Pacan.

2006

6/24/2006

Drafted by the Florida Panthers in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2006.

Jets winger Michael Frolik scored two goals in Thursday's win against the Hurricanes.

sportsnetwork.com

Impact

Frolik now has three goals and six points on the season, but should not be considered a fantasy option.

Michael Frolik receives his arbitration date | 07/09/2014 5:09 PM

News

Michael Frolik's arbitration hearing has been scheduled for July 31.

TSN.ca

Impact

Frolik and the Jets can of course still avoid the hearing by agreeing to terms before then. The Jets are the ones that filed for arbitration, but they are reportedly interested in locking him up to a long-term deal.

Jets go arbitration route with Michael Frolik | 06/15/2014 6:52 PM

News

The Winnipeg Jets decided to file for salary arbitration with winger Michael Frolik.

Ken Wiebe on Twitter

Impact

The Winnipeg Sun's Ken Wiebe reports that it shouldn't be a big concern, as the two sides are allegedly discussing a long-term deal. Frolik scored 15 goals and 42 points in his first season with the Jets, takikng on an elevated role after being a nice depth player for Chicago.

Michael Frolik picks up 2 helpers vs. Sharks | 03/28/2014 7:43 AM

News

Michael Frolik had two assists in Winnipeg's 4-3 victory over San Jose on Thursday night.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

He hasn't scored a goal in his last five outings, but he has contributed three helpers in his past three contests. He helped set up goals by Andrew Ladd and Dustin Byfuglien (power play) in the match to give him 38 points on the year.

Michael Frolik returns to Little-Ladd line | 03/18/2014 7:20 AM

News

Michael Frolik has been productive since being reunited with Andrew Ladd and Bryan Little.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

He has recorded two goals and two assists in his past five games. Frolik's four-game point streak came to an end on Monday night versus St. Louis. He is on pace to hit the 40-point mark for the third time in his career.

Jets shift Michael Frolik to center | 03/06/2014 2:29 PM

News

Michael Frolik will play between Devin Setoguchi and Matt Halischuk in Thursday's meeting against Los Angeles.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

Coach Paul Maurice is moving around some pieces with Mark Scheifele sidelined. "It's a little bit different, but I've played it in the past," said Frolik. "Hopefully, it's going to go quick. I know the mental preparations is going to be a bit different, but I'll just play the game, have fun, don't think too much and hopefully it's going to work out." He had been playing on the top line with Bryan Little and Andrew Ladd, but his versatility prompted the move.

Michael Frolik returns from Czech team | 02/24/2014 9:41 AM

News

Michael Frolik returned to the Jets over the weekend, but he didn't want to talk about the strange soap opera situation that surrounded the Czech Republic at the Winter Olympics.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

"I know a lot of things happened and have been said in the media about our team, but I don't really want to go into it," he said. "It's not up to us who is going to be coaching next. We'll see what happens. The coach was fine. It's always about the one game in the quarterfinal and we got beat out. It's always bad when you lose that game." The Czechs made some questionable leading into and during the tournament. Frolik didn't have a point in five games in Sochi and be averaged 10:46 of ice time per match.

Michael Frolik scores GWG for WInnipeg | 02/02/2014 3:53 PM

News

Michael Frolik scored the game winner in the second period to lift the Jets over the Canadiens 2-1 Sunday afternoon.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Frolik's 12th of the season was enough to give the Jets the victory. Tobias Ernstrom scored the other Jets goal in the tight affair.

Michael Frolik playing well on Jets' 1st line | 01/17/2014 6:15 AM

News

Michael Frolik has played well since moving to Winnipeg's top line.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

In two games playing alongside Bryan Little and Andrew Ladd, Frolik has notched a goal and an assist. He scored against Phoenix in coach Paul Maurice's Jets debut and he contributed an assist on Little's marker versus Calgary on Thursday. Ladd earned two helpers in Thursday's win

Michael Frolik gets promotion to the top line | 01/13/2014 2:57 PM

News

Michael Frolik will skate on the top line Monday against Phoenix.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

He will play with Bryan Little and Andrew Ladd, as coach Paul Maurice mixed up his line combinations ahead of his debut with the Jets. Frolik hasn't scored a goal in his last 10 games and he's contributed just three assists over that time.

Michael Frolik enjoy life as a Jet | 12/22/2013 11:44 AM

News

Michael Frolik is enjoying himself as he is seeing second line time alongside Mark Scheifele and Evander Kane.

Winnipeg Sun

Impact

Frolik has 21 points in 36 games this season and has five points including two goals in his last five. Coach Claude Noel has been impressed with his game as well. "Frolik is a guy that is defensive, but he makes plays, he's a smart player and makes some things happen," said Noel. "He just quietly goes about (his business). He's been consistent pretty much all year. He doesn't get a lot of accolades, but he's done a pretty good job." He is worth looking at in very deep leagues.

The Jets went 2-for-6 with the man advantage in the contest, but they still have plenty of work to do as they own the league's 28th ranked power play. Frolik has eight goals and 17 points in 32 games this season.

Michael Frolik (flu) will return Saturday | 12/07/2013 2:10 PM

News

Michael Frolik (flu) will get back into the lineup Saturday night.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

He missed Thursday's game against Florida because of the flu. Frolik had five points in five games prior to sitting.

Michael Frolik sat out Thursday with the flu | 12/06/2013 6:28 AM

News

Michael Frolik didn't play Thursday against Florida because of the flu.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

Eric Tangradi suited up for the Jets in Frolik's place. Frolik missed out on an opportunity to play against the team that selected him 10th overall in the 2006 draft. He has 16 points in 29 games with Winnipeg this campaign and should be considered day-to-day.

Michael Frolik gets 15th point in loss | 11/29/2013 2:20 PM

News

Michael Frolik netted the Jets' lone goal in a 2-1 defeat to the Philadelphia Flyers.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

That gives Frolik seven goals and 15 points in 28 games. Mark Scheifele and Mark Stuart each registered an assist in the losing effort.

Frolik, Halischuk get 2 points each Saturday | 11/23/2013 6:58 PM

News

Michael Frolik had a goal and an assist in Winnipeg's 3-2 shootout loss to Minnesota on Saturday afternoon.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

He has 13 points in 25 games in his first season with the Jets. Matt Halischuk also had a goal and a helper in the contest, while rookie Mark Scheifele chipped in with an assist of his own.

Frolik has extra motivation Saturday | 11/02/2013 12:00 PM

News

Michael Frolik will have extra motivation for Saturday afternoon's game.

Chicago Daily Herald

Impact

He will be facing his former team, the Blackhawks, for the first time since he was traded to Winnipeg this past June. Frolik could use a good game as he has been in a scoring slump since the season opener.

That's a stretch of 13 games that Frolik has gone goalless. He has contributed just four assists over that span. It was thought that Frolik would be able to add more offense than this, but he has slight increase in ice time hasn't helped him produce more points just yet.

Michael Frolik isn't part of Jets' PK picture | 10/17/2013 6:45 AM

News

Michael Frolik hasn't seen much time on Winnipeg's penalty kill despite being a key member of Chicago's special teams squad last season.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

He's seen just 41 seconds per game with the Jets this year while shorthanded. Coach Claude Noel hasn't ruled out giving Frolik time on the penalty kill down the road though. "He's been a good player for us," Noel said. "If he continues to play the way he's playing five-on-five, he's going to find time to be on special teams." The Jets are currently ranked 17h overall on the penalty kill and Noel has been reluctant to change his personnel.

He has picked up five points in six games for the Jets this season, but four of his points have come in two outings. Frolik is averaging 13:10 of ice time per contest with his new team.

Frolik's goals leads Jets past Oilers | 10/02/2013 4:43 AM

News

Michael Frolik scored his first two goals as a Jet as they beat the Oilers 5-4 in their season opener.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Rookie defenseman Jacob Trouba had a goal and an assist in the game while Bryan Little and Mark Scheifele also scored for the Jets. Dustin Byfuglien registered three assists and Tobias Enstrom had two assists for Winnipeg at Rexall Place.

Michael Frolik scores in preseason win | 09/17/2013 11:38 PM

News

Michael Frolik scored the opening goal in the Jets' 3-2 preseason win over the Edmonton Oilers.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

The 25 year-old Czech, acquired in a draft day trade with the defending champion Blackhawks, might get the chance to rediscover his scoring touch in Winnipeg this year. He hasn't eclipsed the 45 point total he set in his rookie season with Florida in 2009 due in large part to his depth role on Chicago. Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff, however, told the media he'll probably play a different role than he did in the Windy City.

New Jet Michael Frolik placed on third line | 09/14/2013 11:14 AM

News

Michael Frolik, who played with the Chicago Blackhawks last season, is being pegged by the Winnipeg Jets' coaching staff to work with Matt Halischuk and Ollie Jokinen on a third line that it hopes can both check and score.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

Frolik has plenty of potential upside and might be a good pick as a late-rounder for fantasy leaguers. A 45-point season wouldn't be out of the question in Winnipeg. Frolik helped the Blackhawks win the Stanley Cup last season with three goals and nine points in 22 playoff games, a lot better than the three goals and 10 points he picked up in 45 regular season games.

Michael Frolik probable to play on third line | 09/12/2013 9:30 AM

News

Michael Frolik is a versatile addition to Winnipeg.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

The former Chicago Blackhawk can play either wing and he has proven to be an excellent penalty killer. Frolik will probably be inserted onto the Jets' third line this season because fellow off-season addition Devin Setoguchi is expected to play on the second unit.

Frolik sees Winnipeg as a new opportunity | 07/02/2013 6:11 AM

News

Michael Frolik is looking forward to the possibility of having an increased role with the Winnipeg Jets.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

"It's a shock," said Frolik, who was just traded by Chicago at the NHL draft after winning the Stanley Cup. "But I'm excited and it's a great opportunity for me. It will be different. I can play a number of roles and I want to get ready and have a good summer and be prepared. I have a few years in the league now and have some experience. I want to help the team. It looks like a good group." Frolik served as a fourth liner and a penalty killer while with the Hawks, but he could end up playing on Winnipeg's second line depending on what happens with the team in free agency and at training camp.

Jets still looking for more help on RW | 07/01/2013 9:32 AM

News

Michael Frolik hasn't been completely ruled out of playing on Winnipeg's second line next season.

Winnipeg Free Press

Impact

However, Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff is still in the market for a right winger to place there. "I think we'll still keep looking. That opportunity can be taken by him or we go and get someone else," said Cheveldayoff referring to Frolik. "We don't anoint where players play, they're play dictates where they'll play." Frolik is a good penalty killer who is better suited for a third or fourth line role.

Frolik traded to Jets by Blackhawks | 06/30/2013 7:25 PM

News

The Winnipeg Jets have acquired winger Michael Frolik from the Blackhawks in exchange for a pair of draft picks.

Chris Kuc on Twitter

Impact

The penalty-killing specialist was a big part of Chicago's Stanley Cup run and will be a nice depth addition to the Jets, who gave up the 74th and 134th overall selections.

Michael Frolik adds assist in Chicago win | 06/23/2013 7:28 AM

News

Michael Frolik picked up an assist in the Blackhawks win Saturday.

NHL.com

Impact

Frolik has three goals and nine points in 22 playoff games, a lot better than the three goals and 10 points he picked up in 45 regular season games. While many thought that Frolik could be expendable after his less than stellar regular season, he has proven his worth to the Blackhawks in the playoffs.

Chicago's penalty kill continues to be boon | 06/17/2013 8:43 AM

News

Chicago has allowed only four power-play goals in 63 chances in the playoffs.

Los Angeles Times

Impact

It's a good thing because of its problems on its own man advantage. The Blackhawks have killed off four of five power plays against the Bruins in the Stanley Cup Final. Coach Joel Quenneville credits his players, pointing out the work of Michael Frolik and Marcus Kruger. "I just think that duo is the thing that's been the most noticeable," Quenneville said. And Kruger and Frolik credit their ability to "read off" each other in order to know where to be.

Frolik used shootout move from Czech league | 05/28/2013 9:08 AM

News

Michael Frolik says he used a move he learned while playing in the Czech league during the lockout on Monday's game-winning penalty shot.

CSN Chicago

Impact

Frolik got Jimmy Howard to go down before roofing a backhander into the top right corner of the net. It was a beautiful shot that put the Hawks up 4-2 midway through the third period. There was debate as to whether Frolik deserved the shot after Carlo Colaiacovo was whistled for a slash on the Chicago winger, who was a step or two ahead of Colaiacovo and breaking in on Howard. For his part, Colaiacovo said he was "surprised" the referees awarded Frolik the penalty shot.

Frolik scores the game winner on penalty shot | 05/27/2013 10:55 PM

News

Michael Frolik scored a penalty-shot goal that turned out to be the game winner in Monday's 4-3 Game 6 win.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

The penalty shot itself was highly questionable, but Frolik's backhanded goal was a thing of beauty. The postseason dynamo got Jimmy Howard to go down and bring his glove down before quickly changing to his backhand and roofing the puck just inside the crossbar and the right post. Frolik's score capped a three-goal period and helped the Blackhawks forced Game 7, which is scheduled for Wednesday night.

Frolik, Kruger excelling at killing penalties | 05/17/2013 8:50 AM

News

Michael Frolik and Marcus Kruger have been a big part of Chicago's penalty-killing success this year.

CSN Chicago

Impact

Chicago has not surrendered a power-play goal in the playoffs. "They've been real solid all year," Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville said. "When they started at the beginning of the year it was a work in progress, and they've progressed in a real nice way. They're first and third on each kill, they're blocking shots, they're getting in lanes and play at a good pace. It's gotten them more of a role, more ice time. And that line played well all year, so a real nice fit for us." They've been something of an unlikely duo, especially seeing as Frolik wasn't known for killing penalties before coming to Chicago. All the same, they've become valuable pieces of the Blackhawks' squad.

Hawks' Michael Frolik scores more in playoffs | 05/04/2013 10:05 AM

News

In 13 career playoff games with the Chicago Blackhawks, right winger Michael Frolik has six goals, including two he scored Friday in his team's 5-2 triumph over the Minnesota Wild.

Chicago Sun-Times

Impact

In 138 regular-season games with the Hawks, he has 11. "I don't really know what it is," Frolik said. "I'd be happy to have it in the season, too."

Michael Frolik scores two goals in Game 2 win | 05/04/2013 12:38 AM

News

Michael Frolik scored the Blackhawks' first two goals of the game in a 5-2 win Friday night.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Teammate Patrick Kane almost had the night's first goal five minutes into Game 2but the referees ruled he kicked the puck into the net. Frolik scored just three goals in 45 games this season but continues to be a dangerous playoff performer. The former Florida Panthers has six goals and 10 points in 13 postseason games, all with the Blackhawks.

Michael Frolik having great week | 04/01/2013 7:01 AM

News

Michael Frolik was plus-three on Sunday.

CSN Chicago

Impact

Frolik had a big week playing alongside Jonathan Toews and Brandon Saad as he had two goals and two assists in the last week to go with a plus-three rating. While his three goals and eight points in 32 games this season is nothing to write home about, with Marian Hossa on the sidelines, Frolik does have some fantasy value while replacing him.

Line change does wonders for Michael Frolik | 03/26/2013 7:05 AM

News

After moving to the top line on Monday, Michael Frolik responded with a two goal, one assist effort.

Chicago Tribune

Impact

Frolik replaced the injured Marian Hossa on the first unit, alongside Jonathan Toews and Brandon Saad and picked up his first goal since the season opener on January 19. He will lose his job to Hossa upon his return but could be considered a short term fix for fantasy teams while on the first line in Hossa's absence.

Michael Frolik has three-point night | 03/25/2013 11:07 PM

News

Michael Frolik potted two goals and also registered an assist in Chicago's 5-4 loss to the Kings Monday night.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Remember when Frolik was considered an outstanding prospect in 2006? Well Frolik has only 10 points in 30 games this season which means he has almost no fantasy value in any format.

Michael Frolik to see first line duty Monday | 03/25/2013 5:42 AM

News

Michael Frolik will replace the injured Marian Hossa on the top line Monday.

CSN Chicago

Impact

Michael Frolik will line up alongside Jonathan Toews and Brandon Saad Monday with Marian Hossa unlikely to go with an upper body injury. "He's been good," coach Joel Quenneville said. "His play, overall, has been very consistent. He doesn't have the production to reflect how well he's been playing. Penalty killing, 5-on-5 -- that line on that last trip was very efficient -- the finish is the one area where it'd be nice if he were a little more patient, comfortable. He's going to get some higher-quality opportunities. Don't force it. But if you're in the offensive areas, cash in." Frolik has only one goal and four points with his goal being the game winner on the opening day of the season so moving up to a scoring line and playing with Toews won't hurt his chances.

Michael Frolik is good to play Friday | 03/08/2013 2:26 PM

News

Michael Frolik has recovered from an illness.

Chris Kuc on Twitter

Impact

Frolik missed two straight games, but should play on Friday. He has a goal and three points in 22 games this season.

Michael Frolik sick, doubtful to play Tuesday | 03/05/2013 2:28 PM

News

Michael Frolik is sick and is doubtful to play Tuesday night.

Mark Lazerus on Twitter

Impact

Frolik has transitioned well into more of a defensive role for the Hawks this season. However, his one goal and three points through 22 games means he has almost no fantasy value in any format.

Blackhawks great on the penalty kill | 01/28/2013 8:12 AM

News

The Chicago Blackhawks have killed off 22 of 23 power play chances.

CSN Chicago

Impact

Chicago is off to a perfect 6-0 start, the best in their history and the penalty kill has a lot to do with their success. "We didn't have much time to practice (it in training camp), but we've tried to stick with the plan: Clear the puck 200 feet and make big (PK unit) changes," Frolik said. "You want to play a high-energy PK and put the pressure on them. So far it's working." Frolik only has a goal and an assist in six games so we can't recommend him at this time.

Michael Frolik: I wasn't very good last year | 01/12/2013 10:59 AM

News

Chicago Blackhawks right winger Michael Frolik is determined to improve in the coming NHL season.

CSN Chicago

Impact

"I wasn't very good last year and I know I can be better," said Frolik, who had 13 goals and 10 assists in 29 games for Chomutov in Europe during the NHL lockout. "I worked this summer, played some games in the Czech Republic; I'm in good shape but I think I can prove I can be better than last year." Frolik came to Chicago after tallying two consecutive 21-goal seasons for the Florida Panthers. He hasn't scored 21 goals in the past three seasons combined. Frolik admitted last season that he was pressing. "The more you want to score the more it kind of goes against you. I just have to try to forget that and just play the game and try to be relaxed. I just want to play like the first two years (in Florida), and even better."